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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can the doctor tell about Stevens by his demeanor?

2. What decision was Lord Darlington's girlfriend behind?

3. How long did Stevens and Miss Kenton meet?

4. Miss Kenton passes off those letters as __________________________.

5. To what issue does Stevens return in his thoughts?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the technique of foreshadowing used in this book. Describe some situations that can be considered foreshadowing. Why are they examples of foreshadowing? What are the benefits of using foreshadowing?

Essay Topic 2

When Stevens runs out of gas, he spends the night in a small town where the people think he is some sort of dignitary. Why does Stevens not speak up and amend their views? Does Stevens want the people to think he is important? Or does he just not want to engage in any way with personal dialogue with strangers? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Explain the symbolism of Stevens' sighting of the Giffen Silver Polish sign. What does silver polish signify for him? What did properly polished silver represent to important households? To Stevens?

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